State Department denies lack of planning for withdrawal laid out in GOP-led Afghanistan report

The Department of State has reportedly refuted accusations of poor planning for the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, as alleged in a recent report by the Republican Party. The report criticized the decision-making and execution of the withdrawal process, suggesting it contributed to the rapid takeover by the Taliban. However, according to an official statement, the Department has strongly defended its strategy, maintaining that the decisions were based on careful assessment of the situation on the ground. The State Department emphasized its commitment to a responsible end to the